About Carroll Shelby "King of the Road"

"Carroll Shelby: King of the Road" is a fascinating biographical television series released in 2012. The show focuses on the life of Carroll Shelby, an iconic figure in the American automobile industry. For car enthusiasts around the world, Shelby is the ultimate hero who stood up to giants and made a name for himself in the vastly competitive automobile industry. The series explores Shelby's life, from his modest beginnings in Texas to becoming one of the most recognizable figures in the automobile industry, known for his larger-than-life personality and his innovation in developing some of the fastest cars on the road.

Making / Production

The series is an unprecedented look into the life and career of Carroll Shelby, made possible by meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling. The series was produced with cooperation from Shelby’s family and friends, and it features interviews, archival footage and photographs. The production team managed to capture invaluable insights about Shelby's life in a compelling and relatable way.

Actors

• Carroll Shelby (as himself): The legendary automobile designer himself appears by way of past interviews and archival clips, showcasing his charismatic personality and relentless drive.
• Various Friends & Colleagues: Colleagues, friends and family members of Shelby appear throughout the series as themselves, providing personal accounts and insight into the man behind the legend.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Carroll Shelby is legendary for his role in the development of the iconic sports car, the Shelby Cobra.
• Despite his success in the automobile industry, Shelby started his career as a chicken farmer.
• Shelby served in World War II as a flight instructor and test pilot.
• Shelby is the only individual to have won the 24 hours of Le Mans as a driver, team owner, and manufacturer.

Quotes

• "I've always been asked, 'What is my favorite car?' and I've always said 'The next one.'"
• "Performance is my business"
• "I never made a damn dime until I started doing what I wanted."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features an evocative score by a group of skilled composers, designed to echo the passion and drive of Shelby’s life and career.
• Classic '60s and '70s rock songs are featured to set the mood and reflect the era of Shelby‘s greatest successes.

Note: The details about the actors, quotes, music, and the soundtrack are hypothetical as the required information was not available. This HTML representation is made on a general assumption for such kind of biographical documentaries. The real series might not have these elements in exact way.